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What drug is used in photodynamic therapy? A look at key photosensitizers

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With the concept of photochemotherapy dating back over 100 years, a crucial component of modern photodynamic therapy (PDT) is understanding what drug is used in photodynamic therapy. This class of light-sensitive agents, known as photosensitizers, allows for targeted destruction of abnormal cells with minimal damage to surrounding healthy tissue.